My pugs are breeding, what do I need on hand to help when the puppies come?

Question

This will be her second litter but her first with us. I read on another site that I should have almost like a doctors bagon hand to in case she needs the help. I live only 6 blocks from her vet, but if she goes into labor after hours, I want to make sure I have everything I need. How many have had pugs that have had a c-section? How do you know if they need to have one?

BEFORE ANYOONE ELSE ANSWERS THIS QUESTION I WILL NOT TOLERATE ANY MORE RUDE ANSWERS!!!!! I WILL REPORT YOU!!! I have been reading on this for the last 6 months waiting for her to go into heat. I was just asking what others experience has been. I read on another site that she had a Stethoscope and other medical tools. I am offended that anyone would think I am some dumbass yahoo that is in this for the money!! I love my dogs and have several well known friends that want pugs. If all you are going to do is criticize, GO SOMEWHERE ELSE!!

Yet again dumb *** out there can't read. I DID NOT BREED HER THE FIRST TIME!!!!! I rescued her from an abusive home. The fact that people are talking about hings they don't know shows how self absorbed some people can be. I have helped stop several puppy mills and have seen the enviroment they live in. Trust me I treat my dogs as if they were my own children. I resently hade surgery and went home early because my husband was working 12 hr days and no one was home with them.

I thought that this forum was for getting others ideas and experiences. I only asked here in case someone knew something my vet dosen't know or just forget to mention. My intention here was to get the wisdom of others. What is the differance between reading a book and speaking to people that have been through the same thing?!?!?!

To let others know I am serious, I have reported Veronica Sawyer for attacking me and my question.

Answer 1

Here are some links.
http://www.hilltopanimalhospital.com/reproduction.htm
http://www.faqs.org/faqs/dogs-faq/medical-info/whelping/

I'm in dachshunds and *knock on wood* haven't had any needed c-sections.

The usual needs are sharp nail scissors (to cut cords)
a lot of people tie floss or clamp, but mom doesn't have those things *lol* just cut.. if it bleeds a lot just pinch it with your fingers for a few seconds. I've only had one that I had to pinch.

a baby bulb syringe (the one with the long neck(old style), not the small cone shaped ones you see now)

lots of hand towels - for drying puppies off if needed
a rought terry cloth type is best as it will stimulate the puppy when you rub it like moms tounge would.

If more then an hour has gone by, take her for a walk (on leash). Bring a towel so that if she goes into labor you can catch the puppy while you get her inside.
The walk hardly ever fails to keep labor going.

Signs of distressed labor are excessive panting and digging usually followed by whimpering and restlessness.

I would recommend taking her temp daily (or once morn, once night) the last week before day 63. if her temp drops below 98 degree's she will go into labor in the next 24-48hrs. if she does not.. then take her to the vet.

Many people get an x-ray about a week before the due date (it seems like all vets are diffrent so you might ask him) to see how many puppies and puppy posistion.
i'm not big on the x-rays as i've seen premature birth and "dee de dee" effects accompany to many of them. Many breeders swear by them though, so you might discuss it with him.

Good Luck! new puppies can be nerve racking but they are always exciting

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For the slow one's.. she's talking about what she needs for a NORMAL birth.. not doing a C-section herself... are you high or something???? *LMAO*

Answer 2

Dogs can experience trouble with a second litter despite the fact that they didn't experience trouble with a first, so do be ready - just in case. Have a cash reserve of about $1000 or more depending on where you are. Your vet may be able to give you a rough estimate for a c-section in advance. I would also get the number and location of the nearest emergency clinic in case your vet is closed. When a dog does need a c section, there is a limited amount of time to work with and you may not be able to wait until your vet reopens.

It's also a good idea to feed your dog a high quality puppy food and give her calcium supplements while she is pregnant and while she's nursing.

Oh, and x ray that pug when she's about 30-45 days along! It's a good idea to know how many puppies you're expecting.

Answer 3

If you think there may be a problem with the delivery you should talk to the vet to schedule a C-section.

A normal delivery needs a cool, clean quiet room. You need towels or newspapers on the floor and plan on throwing the towels away.

After the delivery the mom needs a bed big enough for her and the puppies. They should be allowed to stay in the same quiet room but now you need to get it warm in there, about 75 is good. The mom will start walking around when she is ready and she will eat when she is ready, so keep some food and water in that room for her. Also she will let you know when she is ready to be petted.

Dont handle the puppies much. Let the mom take care of them until they open their eyes. Her milk is all the food they need. She may be very protective and not want anyone around, so be respectful of her protective instinct when you go in there to clean up her poop. It helps if she has been paper trained.

If this is an accidental pregnancy maybe you need to take her to the vet for the delivery.

Answer 4

Since it's already a done deal I will not take issue with you on breeding your pugs. Others did that.
If it takes and she is pregnant she will need to be on high quality puppy chow for her health, her babies and milk quality.They carry about 63 days. It is always a real good idea to have her looked over by the vet as her time comes. Pugs and small breeds can have problems. The vet will be better qualified after examining to suspect if there might be a problem. Make sure how to contact him if she goes in labor after hours!! Just in case.

What you must get ready is a quiet out of the way spot for her and babies. A spare closet is good. Clear the area and get her nest ready. You will need a supply of old linens so you can keep the area with clean bedding for her/pups. The ones used for birthing should be changed out as soon as she will allow. This keeps down odor, germs and skin irritation to the newborns and her. Start getting her use to her nest. Take and sit there with her. She'll get the idea. All of mine have.

No, I do not breed. I rescue dumped moms and foster them and litter for the rescue. Way too many dogs out there breeding and no homes for all.

I'm sure your vet or one of assistants will answer more questions concerning the actual birthing and what to watch out for. Second litters are easier for most dogs. Do remember to have her checked out right before time. I also encourage for the mom to be seen after she has finished delivery to make sure she fully cleaned out so no infection sets up. Ask your vet about this. It is a safeguard.

I do encourage you to consider having her spayed after this litter if you do not intend to educate yourself and be a careful, responsible breeder. It is hard on the females. Not spaying increases the risk of cancer!

Answer 5

first thing you should grab a wet towel and another dried towel also and then you grab a small sissors , and a rubber bands put them by you til the puppies comes out . then you just watch and wait til the mothers giving birth . then if there is a little problem you can help her put the puppies out by useing youre both clean hands . then after she has the new born pups put them by their mom belly so that they can drink from her milks . but if the mother dog wanna to go some where like laying on a blanket or bed or even on the floor with a bathroom towel under her . and you should let the mother dog have fresh water to drink of after she had giving birth.

Answer 6

Don't you think you should have researched this BEFORE you bred you pets? Since you are asking this question I assume that you aren't experienced breeder, because if you were you would already know this.

I post this all of the time but PEOPLE SHOULD NOT BREED THEIR PETS! Pets are for pets, not for breeding. Leave the breeding to the professionals!

But yes, a lot of times pugs will need a cesarean. The damage is already done, so make sure you watch it closely and get it to the vet at the first sign of problems.

Answer 7

If this is her second litter and she did not require a c-section for the first one it is not likely she will require a c-section for this one. You need to prepare a box for her and when she goes into labor try to keep her calm and at ease. In case she seems to be running into complications and it is after hours it might be a good idea if you had your vet's home number and gave him a call.

Answer 8

Great, another BYB. Good job creating a little puppy mill out of your little pugs. That you don't know what you need, even though you've already bred once, shows how terrible of a breeder you are. Immoral and unethical to the core.

What do you need? $2000 in case of a c-section. The emergency vet's phone number. A car that's gassed up and ready to go. The decision on who you would rather kill, the mother or the puppies, in case of an emergency.

You violate the AKC guidelines for responsible breeding. http://www.akc.org/breeders/resp_breeding/index.cfm You violate the code of ethics of the Pug club. http://www.pugs.org/ You violate the guidelines and recommendations of EVERY responsible breeder out there. http://www.grca.org/acquiring.htm#breeding http://dogplay.com/Breeding/ethics.html Shame on you. You make my stomach turn. If you don't want to "tolerate" the truth, then get your dogs fixed and stop being a backyard breeder. Guess you making puppies and money are more important than being a good person. Sigh.

Edit: If you weren't in it just for the money, then you wouldn't be breeding pet quality dogs. You would be showing dogs and be talking with responsible breeders - not "dumbasses" on Yahoo! Answers. I dare you to click on the AKC link I posted. I dare you to read the pug club information. I dare you to read the ethical breeding guidelines. But, I know you won't because you are too scared it will show you for what you are - A BYB.

Answer 9

dogs give birth out of instinct, just make sure your pug is happy and unstressed to ensure healthy pups. and your dog wont need a c-section unless she is sick or hurt and you wont need a vet near by. your dog will be fine especially if it is her second time just don't worry about it. best of luck with the puppy's and i hope i helped =]

Answer 10

LUCKY U I LOVE PUGS BUT ANY WAYS, YOU'LL NEED A LOT LOVE AND SUPPORT, PET HER ON THE HEAD AND STOMACH AND SAY THINGS TO KEEP HER CALM AND HAPPY AND YOU'LL ALSO NEED SOME GLOVES TO HELP HER REMOVE THE BABY PUPS FROM THERE EGG SACKS (put them close to their moms mouth *she eat most of the egg sack* this is normal no worries :^) ) AND KEEP SOME FRESH TOWELS ON HAND AND MAYBE SOME WATER * THE WATER IS OPTIONAL BETTER SAFE THAN SORRY.